On 13 November 2025, the Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FKG UGM), continued its efforts to enhance the quality and quantity of reputable scientific publications by strengthening research capacity and academic collaboration. In an academic session held at FKG UGM, Cortino Sukotjo DDS, PhD\u2014Associate Editor of the Journal of Prosthodontics (JPD) and Professor and Chair of the Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dental Medicine, University of Pittsburgh\u2014shared his experience and strategies for international publication in a session entitled \u201cNavigating International Journal Publication: From Idea to Acceptance.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In his presentation, Dr. Sukotjo emphasized the importance of innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the relevance of research to societal needs and the global development of dental science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe question is simple: Will your research change the way we advance dental science? If not, look for another idea,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
International Publication Is Not About Cost, but Strategy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dr. Sukotjo explained that many researchers hesitate to submit manuscripts to international journals due to concerns over Article Processing Charges (APCs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI have published more than 200 articles and have only paid an APC once. Many journals do not charge fees if we understand their policies and maintain good communication with editors,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n He also highlighted the importance of building international research networks. \u201cThailand and Malaysia produce more publications in Q1\u2013Q2 journals. Meanwhile, UGM is Indonesia\u2019s leading research university. This means we must strengthen our collaboration strategies,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Digital Innovation and AI as Key Trends<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Dr. Sukotjo, current international publication trends in dentistry focus heavily on digital dentistry and artificial intelligence (AI). Emerging research topics include AI-based facial anatomy prediction, the application of augmented reality (AR) in dental education, and evaluations of large language models such as ChatGPT in clinical learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cOur students today are digital natives. They are more attracted to short learning formats such as one-minute reels rather than long videos. Educational innovation must adapt to the times,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Collaboration and Novelty as Keys to Publication<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dr. Sukotjo further emphasized that publication quality does not always depend on research complexity, but rather on presentation and novelty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cEven simple research can be published in reputable journals if it is well presented and carries a clear scientific message,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n His collaborations include joint research with universities in Malaysia, Turkey, Brazil, and Peru, as well as national collaborations with UI, USU, and Unhas. These partnerships have produced publications in machine learning, bibliometric analysis, and national surveys on digital dentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Practical Strategies Toward Reputable Publications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dr. Sukotjo shared several strategies for FKG UGM academics and students to better prepare for international journals:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cDo not be discouraged by journal rejection. Revise, learn, and submit again. In research, perseverance is the key,\u201d he reiterated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Building a Collaborative Academic Ecosystem<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Through this activity, FKG UGM reaffirmed its commitment to building an academic ecosystem that supports reputable scientific publications by fostering synergy among faculty members, students, and cross-institutional researchers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe key is not who is the smartest, but who is most willing to learn and collaborate,\u201d Dr. Sukotjo concluded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reporter: Andri Wicaksono | Photo: Fajar Budi Harsakti<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" \u201cJangan patah semangat hanya karena ditolak jurnal. revisi, belajar, dan kirim lagi. Di dunia riset, ketekunan adalah kuncinya,\u201d Cortino Sukotjo DDS, Ph.D KULIAH PAKAR PROSTODONSIA 13 November 2025 Departemen Prostodonsia Fakultas Kedokteran Gigi Universitas Gadjah Mada (FKG UGM) terus berupaya meningkatkan kualitas dan kuantitas publikasi ilmiah bereputasi melalui penguatan kapasitas riset dan kolaborasi akademik. Dalam […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":293,"featured_media":16095,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[136],"tags":[307,289,291,297],"class_list":["post-16094","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-berita-terbaru","tag-sdg-17-kemitraan-untuk-mencapai-tujuan","tag-sdg-3-kesehatan-dan-kesejahteraan-yang-baik","tag-sdg-4-pendidikan-berkualitas","tag-sdg-9-industri-inovasi-dan-infrastruktur"],"gutentor_comment":2,"yoast_head":"\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fkg.ugm.ac.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/11\/image-11.jpeg\")
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